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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
21-57
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
June 2, 2015
To recognize and honor the Washington Capitals on their stellar regular season and advancement to the National Hockey League’s Eastern Conference semifinals.
WHEREAS, the Washington Capitals under the ownership of Ted Leonsis and the coaching of Barry Trotz have brought action and excitement to Washington, D.C. and the metropolitan area for the past decade;
WHEREAS, Alex Ovechkin became the all-time franchise goal and point leader, ending the season with 475 goals and 895 points, won the Rocket Richard trophy for the most goals scored during the season, and is a finalist for both the Hart Trophy and the Ted Lindsay Award;
WHEREAS, Nicklas Backstrom became the all-time franchise assist leader, ending the season with 419 assists;
WHEREAS, the Washington Capitals returned to the playoffs after a one year absence by finishing second in the Metropolitan Division with a 45-26 record and 101 points;
WHEREAS, the Washington Capitals beat the New York Islanders in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals;
WHEREAS, the Washington Capitals advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals and lost in overtime to the New York Rangers in Game 7;
WHEREAS, the Washington Capitals have helped in the transformation of Chinatown and the Gallery Place neighborhood into an exciting destination for the entire metropolitan area;
WHEREAS, the Washington Capitals contribute to the good of the community through the Washington Capitals Charities and a variety of fundraising efforts and donations; and
WHEREAS, Washington, D.C. and the entire metropolitan area looks forward to “rocking the red”, supporting and routing for the Washington Capitals for many years to come.
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that the Council of the District of Columbia salutes the Washington Capitals for its spirit and countless achievements in advancing sporting excellence in Washington, D.C. and recognizes and congratulates all of the Washington Capitals on their individual achievements during this stellar season.
Sec. 2. This resolution may be cited as the “Washington Capitals’ 2014-2015 Season Recognition Resolution of 2015".
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
